Everybody knows how tough it is to get into ADCC. The biggest and most prestigious no-gi event in the world, participation is limited to an exclusive few who qualify one of three ways. First, podium finishers get invited back. Second, a handful of invites are reserved for standout names from the world of grappling, with only elite caliber athletes getting the call.

KASAI Pro has officially drawn group assignments for its lightweight championship on Saturday, Dec. 9, in New York. Check out where all eight competitors landed and who they'll be fighting to advance within the tournament.

This year didn’t start the way Mansher Khera had hoped.